eclectic
5 antonyms and opposites of eclectic, grouped by meaning.
Adj — Drawing from many different sources, styles, or ideas rather than sticking to one.
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How to use eclectic
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Greek eklektikós, "selective," from eklégō, "to pick out" — from ek- ("out") plus légō ("to choose"); related to the word "elect."
Full origin of eclectic →Frequently asked questions
What does “eclectic” mean?
The word “eclectic” means drawing from many different sources, styles, or ideas rather than sticking to one. In plain terms, made up of a mix of different styles or influences, picked from wherever seems best, rather than one single source.
How do you pronounce “eclectic”?
“Eclectic” is pronounced ehk-LEHK-tihk (/ɛkˈlɛk.tɪk/ in IPA).
How do you use “eclectic” in a sentence?
Here is “eclectic” used in a sentence: “Her music collection is wonderfully eclectic, ranging from jazz to punk.”
What is the opposite of “eclectic”?
The opposite of “eclectic” — its antonyms — are exclusive, homogeneous, orthodox, standard and uniform.
What part of speech is “eclectic”?
“Eclectic” is an adjective.
Where does the word “eclectic” come from?
The word “eclectic” comes from Greek. From Greek eklektikós, "selective," from eklégō, "to pick out" — from ek- ("out") plus légō ("to choose"); related to the word "elect.".
Is “eclectic” a common word?
“Eclectic” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the C1 level.